Comparing and contrast each reading (such as the issues they cover and if the issues are similar or different)and their styles( how they present their messages) discuss at least two elements of each authors style.
It should go like this:
Alternating method I: content
A.source 1
B:source2
II: element of style1
A.source 1
B:source 2
III: Element of style 2
A. Source 1
B:source 2
Block method:
I:Source 1
A: content
B: element of style 2
C: element of style 2
II: source 2
A: content
B:element of style 1
C: element of style 2
introduction and thesis statement: your introduction should contain the name of both essays and they respective authors. You should introduce a logical link between the two authors such as the primary topic of each if they are similar, a major them that both texts share, or any other link that comes to mind. Your thesis should involve either both authors names or essays title and you assertion as to what the reader may gain from comparing and contrasting the two essays. Avoid stating the texts are similar yet different.
Body: Make sure that your points are ordered logically and effectively. Be aware of the structure and organization of your essay. Use textual evidence with one or two quotations when explaining each aspect . Your word should outweigh those of the quotations used and your subject matter should be balanced. Transitions will also be key. Make sure that you lead the reader through each topic effectively also when comparing styles, focus on the same elements for each text . For example if I discuss Baldwin imagery, I would also need to the second authors imagery. We can not compare and contrast ones point of view to the others diction.
Conclusion: ensure that you close with a reason for comparing and contrasting . Remember to comment on what the reader can draw from your comparison and contrast essay. What is the point you are asserting ? What can we gather from all of the information you supply? Conclude something;do not simply point out that both sources are similar and different.
